Most men hate shaving. Marc Kanetsky showed up for camp with more than a full beard and has been getting double takes from everyone who has not seen him since last season.  Kanetsky, a senior from Hubbard, is standing out more than ever and has even gotten some black dye involved to add somewhat of an exclamation point.

“I started growing it out earlier in the Summer and it was coming in pretty good”, commented Kanetsky.  “I was talking to my brother who encouraged me that no matter what I did, not to shave it off.  As it was growing out, I figured I might as well dye it black, like Brian Wilson the baseball player.  I think it came out pretty good.  I’m not a Giants fan though, I remain a Tribe fan.”

Kanetsky, who is good friends with starter Kurt Hess and backup Patrick Angle, said he is preparing for the upcoming season.  ” I know Kurt is the guy, but I am going to be prepared every week in the event that I am called upon.  I am dying to get a chance, I have been waiting for three years to get in there and prove that I can play.”

Kanetsky’s father, Marty, commented on his sons facial hair experimentation.  “It’s a mans beard and I couldn’t grow one like that.  I tried, but I quit.  When he dyed it black, I thought it was awesome. Now what he has to do is dye the other half red and by the Michigan State game, he has a chance to be the lead-in for Sportscenter.”

Kanetsky is a 3.9 student attending YSU on academic scholarships that cover his housing and his books, he plays football because of a burning desire to compete and a sheer love of the game.